Dvořák: Symphonies 2 & 8

CD1
01. Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 4, B. 12: I. Allegro con moto
02. Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 4, B. 12: II. Poco adagio
03. Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 4, B. 12: III. Scherzo. Allegro con brio
04. Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 4, B. 12: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuoco

CD2
01. Symphony No. 8 in G Major, Op. 88, B. 163: I. Allegro con brio
02. Symphony No. 8 in G Major, Op. 88, B. 163: II. Adagio
03. Symphony No. 8 in G Major, Op. 88, B. 163: III. Allegretto grazioso – Molto vivace
04. Symphony No. 8 in G Major, Op. 88, B. 163: IV. Allegro ma non troppo

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra presents the second release in their Dvořák cycle with Chief Conductor Jaime Martín – Dvořák’s Symphonies 2 & 8.

This new album follows the 2024 release of Symphonies 5 & 6, a critically praised recording noted for Martín’s fresh perspective on Dvořák’s lesser-known symphonic works.  The MSO’s Dvořák cycle will be the first by any Australian orchestra,  honouring the rich musical traditions and nationalism embodied by the Czech composer’s music.

This cycle also pays tribute to the MSO’s own home, with the artwork featuring picturesque landmarks from across the state of Victoria.

This release shows the beloved Melbourne skyline bathed in a pink sunrise.